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Weight

45-60 lbs

Height

18-20 inches

Color(s)

any solid color including sable

Overview

The Chinese Shar-Pei is a somewhat powerful dog. Known for his wrinkles, this breed makes a wonderful watchdog and can at times be intimidating to strangers. Very loyal, and devoted to his family.

Character

The Chinese Shar-Pei is an intelligent, dignified, and calm dog but can also be very alert making him ideal for a guard or watchdog. He has a strong protective instinct so this breed should be well socialized at an early age to avoid shyness or from being overprotective.

Temperament

Alert and confident, the Chinese Shar-Pei makes a wonderful companion to an experienced owner. This breed is not for everyone. He can do well with children, however should be supervised around infants, as this is a powerful dog. Can be somewhat aggressive towards other dogs, but given the right socialization, he can do well.

Care

The coat of the Chinese Shar-Pei is not very high maintenance, however it should be brushed to remove loose or dead hair occasionally. A rubber brush should suffice. The ears should be cleaned regularly as well as under the folds of skin.

Coat

The Chinese Shar-Pei has a very harsh and straight coat. The coat ranges from being either extremely short, to no longer than an inch long at the withers, called a "brush coat."

Training

The Chinese Shar-Pei can be stubborn at times, making him somewhat hard to handle when it comes to training. However, he is very willing to please and is intelligent. Firm handling should be practiced with this breed.

Activity

If given proper exercise, this breed can do okay without a yard. An average sized yard is suggested, but is not required. This breed loves walks with his owner however due to the folds of skin, which can make him overheat, fresh water should always be provided.

Ownership

Help reduce the number of Chinese Shar-Pei puppies in shelters by doing your due diligence. Many puppies are often purchased with little or no knowledge of what goes into parenting one. Uneducated decisions often leave the puppy in need of adoption and in the care of rescue groups. Bringing home a puppy into your family has many benefits but we first implore you to educate yourself. An informed decision will take into account the characteristics of the breed, your lifestyle, expected veterinary care, the demands and limitations of owning one, their activity requirements and levels of companionship required.

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emalepouch asked:

2/16/2015 4:44:05 PM

2/16/2015 4:44:05 PM

Can someone help us locate a dog breeder who breeds small Ori Pei dogs? ORI PEI are Chinese Shar Pei and Pug HYBRIDS. They are smaller in size and seem to have fewer health issues than full bred shar peis. We appreciate any guidance here. Thanks!

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Anonymous

Since the dog you are looking for is a mixed breed dog, you will not be able to find them on this website. As well, since the person breeding this mix will not be a registered breeder, they most likely will not have a website or be advertising until they have a litter of puppies available. Unless you put an ad up in your area, it will be very difficult to find one that does not have puppies available. And please note that a well-bred pure-bred dog either Shar Pei or Pug will have little to no health problems such as what you think the mix will bring you.2/16/2015 10:34:48 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/2/2015 10:24:45 AM

1/2/2015 10:24:45 AM

Are Chinese Shar-Pei's hard to house break?

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Anonymous

The Chinese Shar-Pei is known to be moderately hard to house break. They are known to be a bit stubborn, but using positive reinforcement methods and setting your puppy up for success, your pup should do just fine. 1/2/2015 7:11:52 PM

Anonymous

They are NOT hard to housebreak, and most Shar Pei puppies are potty-trained by 6-8 weeks (before ever leaving their breeders)1/5/2015 1:20:00 AM

Anonymous

I have had the good fortune to have sharpei as part of my family since 1989 and have found them to be highly intelligent, loving and easily housebroken. 1/25/2015 1:51:00 PM

Anonymous

I have found Chinese Shar-Pei's are extremely easy to house break.2/25/2015 12:53:15 PM

Anonymous

I also found that my Shar Pei's were very easy to train. Both of them picked up on my routine quickly and they were very eager to please. This breed has been very, very good to me.3/29/2015 4:59:17 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/20/2014 6:21:15 PM

1/20/2014 6:21:15 PM

Introducing a new dog to our home with our Chinese Shar-Pei I have a 9 year old Shar-pei female. Has always been only dog. We would like to bring in a male puppy. Will she accept the new puppy?

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Anonymous

The Chinese Shar-Pei is known to not do well with other dogs. Please give your older dog several weeks to adjust to the new puppy. If things do not work out, make sure your breeder understands and is willing to take the pup back.7/9/2014 11:11:07 PM

Anonymous

The female will likely do well with its male companion; however, it is not usually recommended that female sharpei be housed with other females.1/25/2015 1:52:26 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/5/2014 7:22:54 AM

1/5/2014 7:22:54 AM

How do I make my Chinese Shar-Pei brave again? The person before me mistreat the Chinese Shar-Pei

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Anonymous

It would be a lot easier to provide a helpful answer if you would provide some details. In what way was he (she??) mistreated? Was he just mistreated - or was he abused? Does he have injuries? Was he made to go hungry? In what way is the dog "not brave"? Does he cower? Does he run & hide? Does he mess inside?
Without knowing more, all I can tell you is to treat the dog with love and respect, and give him encouragement, praise, and most of all, lots and lots of patience. Encourage and praise him when he's NOT scared,. Love him, and let him know that he can TRUST you. There will be times that it will be very hard to remain PATIENT, but you MUST.REMAIN PATIENT. If he is bad, tell him "no",- but not angrily. When he is good, REWARD HIM - even if it is just a smile, a kind word, or a fond scratch behind the ears. NEVER, NEVER EVER yell at him or hit him. He will learn that not all humans are bad, and if you give him your love and respect, he will return it to you tenfold.1/30/2014 12:25:27 AM

Anonymous asked:

6/28/2013 11:39:46 AM

6/28/2013 11:39:46 AM

When is the earliest a Shar-Pei Owner can release Pups When is the earliest age that an Shar-Pei Owner can release puppies

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Anonymous

8 weeks but later is better.8/13/2013 7:44:03 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/21/2013 3:31:49 PM

3/21/2013 3:31:49 PM

Do Shar-Pei's have health problems? Does a Shar-Pei have any significant health problems to look for?

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Anonymous

I have a 5 yr old male Shar-Pei. They are known for allergies. Mine has watering eyes, but I don't do nothing, my female lab takes care of him. Other than that haven't had any problems.10/25/2013 5:27:05 PM

Anonymous

If you haven't heard of the devastating Familial Shar-pei Fever, it is best you read articles about this. I've lost several Sharpei over the years, It is commonly referred to as Swollen Hock Syndrome and it is common amongst the breed. In my experience it shows up typically second summer of life (I've wondered if heat stress contributes to the timing) and is often accompanied by fever...always by swelling around the rear hocks (knees) of the dog. The fever usually dissipates in about 24 hours but it will be your clue that the dog has a shortened lifespan-typically 6 to 7 years maximum. I love the breed dearly but this is a bitter reality. 1/25/2015 2:06:07 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/23/2013 9:33:56 AM

2/23/2013 9:33:56 AM

Extremely thin female My Chinese Shar-Pei, Zoe, is a 2 year old spayed female. She is extremely thin despite food standing in her bowl. She is active and alert but it worries me that she is so thin. She is black but her coat is turning white in places. What can cause this?

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Anonymous

The best thing to do in this case is to contact your vet. But changing your dog's food to a grain-free, high quality food is a good way to put weight on your dog. You may also want to look into 'Satin Balls' online and see about feeding your dog them as treats.7/9/2014 11:12:21 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/10/2013 1:51:32 PM

2/10/2013 1:51:32 PM

change in eye color do shar-pei eyes sometimes change colors if so what causes it. My dogs eyes are brown but seem to have changed to a slight blackest color. should i be concerned.

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Anonymous

If you are concerned, you should go to the vet. Puppies eyes change as they age, but an adult dogs eyes don't change without a reason. It could be a form of eye cancer or a degenerative disease.7/9/2014 11:13:47 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/4/2013 2:39:00 AM

1/4/2013 2:39:00 AM

How long is a shar-pei pregnant for. and do they go through changes???

I have a shar-pie/chow mix he loves outside especially cold weather is that normal? I have a shar-pei/chow mix he loves outside especially cold weather - is that normal? He hates being indoors ... summer he comes in from the heat..

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Anonymous

Yes this is normal especially for shar pei's and chows. Due to their fur, smooshed up face, and wrinkles they are highly sensitive to heat. So, that's why they prefer the cold weather over the warm summer days.5/27/2013 11:30:32 PM

Hi, My shar pei ended her first period a week ago, and since then her nipples are huge. Everyone... Hi, My shar pei ended her first period a week ago, and since then her nipples are huge. Everyone that see's her think she gave birth....she hasnt, is it normal for them to get like that after there period?
thanks for your page...very helpful

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Anonymous

Assuming she didn't get pregnant, that's just the hormones of her heat that are still in her. They will go down soon. 11/17/2012 10:03:08 AM

Anonymous asked:

10/7/2012 8:48:12 AM

10/7/2012 8:48:12 AM

which day is the best to breed a sharpei bitch shes already on the tenth day of her period

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Anonymous

The old theory used to be to breed a dog on the 10th, 12th, and 14th day after they first come in heat. And in most cases that will work, but I have had a dog breed once on the day she came in heat and one on the 29th day after she came in heat, again, one breeding, and those 2 had 4 and 6 puppies. 11/17/2012 10:05:59 AM

Anonymous asked:

8/13/2012 6:20:16 PM

8/13/2012 6:20:16 PM

our shar pei has bubbles that are breaking out all over him. vet said this is something related... our shar pei has bubbles that are breaking out all over him. vet said this is something related to the breed but know other owners that have never heard of this

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Anonymous

One of my best friend's shar pei pups had this condition, it's called cutaneous mucinosis. Mucin is the stuff that gives them wrinkles, it's also the stuff that acts like glue & appears stringy/sticky if you've had the experience of cleaning wounds with this breed. I don't think it's a big concern, unless the blisters are big enough & plenty enough to cause discomfort or pain due to where they are on the body. Sometimes they burst if they're scratched, & if it's a serious case (like my friend's dog), it may be bothersome if there are big blisters on his paws/between toes. My friend's dog Zephyr was the first I've seen with it, but you should find some info on shar pei sites about it. My pup Folsom, also a shar pei, is prone to allergies, environmental & food sensitivities mostly. They're great, but they do have some unique health issues arise that you'd probably never hear of if you didn't own one. Good luck with your pup :)9/29/2012 7:49:15 PM

Anonymous asked:

7/25/2012 4:15:15 PM

7/25/2012 4:15:15 PM

we have a sharpei/pitbull terrier mix puppy we adopted from a rescue organization. 3 mos old. ... we have a sharpei/pitbull terrier mix puppy we adopted from a rescue organization. 3 mos old. she gets along well with our other dog, but when playing i believe she sometimes gets too agressive with the "snapping". she is told no, etc. would it be a good idea to use a muzzle on her when she starts getting this way during playtime?

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Anonymous

I have a shar pit (11 mos) and have shar pei's. be patient and interrupt the behavior then reward12/6/2012 8:31:33 AM

Anonymous asked:

7/19/2012 11:20:00 PM

7/19/2012 11:20:00 PM

My sharpei just gave birth, the problem is she always wants to transfer her puppies from one... My sharpei just gave birth, the problem is she always wants to transfer her puppies from one place to another and she doesn't want to eat..what will i do?

High fever, usually 105 degrees or higher. Also, swollen painful joints that are warm to the touch7/7/2012 8:23:39 PM

Anonymous

If this condition shows up in your shar pei, be aware it is fatal and your dog's life span will not extend past 6 to 7 years. There is no cure. It's proper name is Familial Shar pei Fever. It is common and devastating. My dogs with FSF have lived fully functioning and happy lives until just before the condition (amyloidosis) claims them. Heartbreaking.1/25/2015 2:11:45 PM

Anonymous

We recently lost our 8 year old Shar pei to FSF, very sad. She was on colchichine therapy, which seemed to be working quite well until the dose was reduced due to gastrointestinal problems. She developed the high fever, swollen hocks and stiffness, didn't want to eat. 24 hours later, she was feeling better, but damage was done, she died within 2 weeks from renal and hepatic failure. Find a vet that knows the breed and will work with you 3/7/2015 2:38:12 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/29/2012 6:44:15 PM

5/29/2012 6:44:15 PM

my shar-pei is 6 and a half ....but when we left her for 2 hours until we went shopping and came... my shar-pei is 6 and a half ....but when we left her for 2 hours until we went shopping and came home and she had chewed all of our facing round about the door she has never done anything like this before ... im just worried incase theres something wrong with my wee dog ...

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Anonymous

hi I have a sharpei Bruno who is 2 I have had the same problem every time I leave him he rips the door frames to bits. What did u so to try and prevent this8/20/2012 9:38:25 AM

Anonymous

It can be separation anxiety. My shar-pei had it, I just kept leaving mine in the hallway and going out of the door returning after 5mins then tryed her in a room and left her in room and the time got further apart. Always treat her if she does good but tell her if she has been bad and it should get easier.9/18/2012 3:59:53 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/14/2012 2:39:33 PM

5/14/2012 2:39:33 PM

What is the life span of the shar pei

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Anonymous

about 12 years.5/21/2012 2:08:06 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/8/2012 12:44:08 PM

5/8/2012 12:44:08 PM

I have a 14 mo. old chinese sharpei pug mix. He is a sweet little thing. I give him baths once... I have a 14 mo. old chinese sharpei pug mix. He is a sweet little thing. I give him baths once a week and daily clean his folds around his face as well as clean his ears. But he still has an odor only from his ears down to his snout, how do I get rid of this??? I read that you shouldn't get the ears of this breed wet because of the small canals, so I only damp cloth his face and ears. Should I be brushing his teeth? Help, I'm selling my house and it stinks from him!!! any recommendations/advice please!!!

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Anonymous

brushing your dog's teeth is a good idea. maybe doing a good thorough fold-cleaning more than once. 5/11/2012 1:04:07 PM

Anonymous asked:

5/3/2012 3:34:26 AM

5/3/2012 3:34:26 AM

Hi there i am very confused i have 2 shar peis i am wanting to breed them this time all vet... Hi there i am very confused i have 2 shar peis i am wanting to breed them this time all vet checks have been done but people say all different things about the best day to mate them from 9 up to day 14 could someone one with experience point me in the right direction please.

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Anonymous

To be fair my shar-pei had come in season and she got caught a week later. Both dogs should know when they are ready. The male will sniff and the female will allow him to get on if she is ready if she snapps she is not quite ready.9/18/2012 4:05:19 PM

Anonymous asked:

4/14/2012 6:50:18 PM

4/14/2012 6:50:18 PM

what should i do - i have a 3 o 4 month shar pei and you know that how they lose their hair, ... what should i do - i have a 3 o 4 month shar pei and you know that how they lose their hair, mine is really bad and i do not know what to do? plz anwser me i need advice and i do not have the money for the vet

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Anonymous

I have had Shar Peis for over 20 yrs olive oil just drizzel some over their food 2 to 3 times a week dont use the extra virgin just use the normal it has always worked for mine. Good luck4/29/2012 9:27:04 AM

Anonymous asked:

4/6/2012 10:29:09 AM

4/6/2012 10:29:09 AM

My Chinese Shar-Pei is 11 months and is having her first period how long does it last and should... My Chinese Shar-Pei is 11 months and is having her first period how long does it last and should her vaginal area be swollen

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Anonymous

Yes she will swell and it will last about three weeks I used an old bathing suit bottom with a panty liner in it it worked fine :)9/23/2012 8:54:35 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/28/2012 7:33:23 PM

3/28/2012 7:33:23 PM

i have a 12 year old sharpei. she recently started dripping urine and found her blanket she... i have a 12 year old sharpei. she recently started dripping urine and found her blanket she sleeps on all wet. she also just recently crying in her sleep at night. at dinner she peed on kitchen floor 2 spots in five minutes. she never ever done that before! what could this mean? is it her kidneys?

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Anonymous

Your sharpei is probably getting old. Its hard for old dogs to hold.5/23/2012 9:18:23 PM

Anonymous

Sounds like a bladder infection. I hope you took her to the vet6/1/2012 11:06:41 AM

Anonymous

My sharpei baby just had the same symptoms and it came down to kidney failure. I had to put her to rest today and I am just broken over it. These are the most loyal loving dogs and I hope you loved yours till the end.6/23/2012 12:09:37 AM

Anonymous

My 12-year old shar-pei was recently doing this. She has skin problems and clears her throat alot. She is an infection dog. She's on Baytril and it has completely disappeared. They did give me Proin (for incontinence) but havent' used it. That wasn't her problem. you might try it, it's cheap. A blood test/urinalysis will clear up whether there are kidney issues involved. 8/26/2012 1:34:34 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/27/2012 1:21:50 PM

3/27/2012 1:21:50 PM

is there a such thing as a brindle sharpei? and are they furry like a chow? I got a 12 week old... is there a such thing as a brindle sharpei? and are they furry like a chow? I got a 12 week old sharpei an i just havent got the papers on him yet or go to a vet but i was just wondering cause he doesnt look like some of the sharpeis on here .

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Anonymous

there is, but its not to breed standard so you wouldn't be able to show him.4/12/2012 4:38:35 PM

Anonymous

You may have a "bear coat" sharpei. Their hair is longer and they are often mistaken as a chow.9/7/2012 1:30:07 PM

Anonymous

One of the breeds the shar pei is descended from is the Chow which is why the throwback to long hair.1/25/2015 2:14:51 PM

Anonymous asked:

2/4/2012 3:23:50 PM

2/4/2012 3:23:50 PM

We have a new sharpei puppy he is ten weeks old. He has gone after me on three different... We have a new sharpei puppy he is ten weeks old. He has gone after me on three different occasions when I was cleanIng his eyes and also cleaning his wrinkles is this normal at such a young age????

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Anonymous

Be firm with your sharpei and let him know who is the boss. The eyes, etc., are things you have to do to the dog for many years. Again be firm and try touching the dogs paws, around the eyes, etc., just to get it use to this; it will help the dogs behavior. 2/12/2012 2:33:49 AM

Anonymous

my 4 month old shar pei pup does the same thing. i was told that you can put the pup on its back and that shows that you are in control. hope it helps
4/5/2012 3:04:11 PM

Anonymous

Use a soft cloth to clean his eyes, but don't just go straight to the eyes. Engage your puppy, pet him, and let him smell the cloth. Do this frequently -- and let him smell it after you clean his eyes. This helps him develop trust. Also, as pointed out by another user, pet him frequently, including gently touching his face and around his eyes so that this kind of contact becomes normal for him. The same principles apply with training him for nail clipping.4/18/2012 7:19:41 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/30/2012 5:38:36 PM

1/30/2012 5:38:36 PM

I have a female sharpei, how many puppies can she produce if she gives birth? thank you

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Anonymous

Hi sharpei's can have 4 to 6 puppies at one time :) x2/2/2012 3:53:12 PM

Anonymous asked:

1/27/2012 1:29:07 PM

1/27/2012 1:29:07 PM

Hi i have a female 8 month shar pei that is beautiful, she is amazing, but i am concerned that... Hi i have a female 8 month shar pei that is beautiful, she is amazing, but i am concerned that she is a little skinny? She is a pure bred dog and has a blue and black tongue, has the characteristics of a shar pei but she is just skinny, is that a problem? if anyone knows, please email me with advice. Thank you

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Anonymous

It's hard to discuss concerns about weight without also talking about feeding habits and diet. What do you feed your shar pei? How often? When does she eat/does not eat? Etc. Also, bone-mouth Shar Peis tend to run a bit thinner than meat-mouths, but not excessively -- and this can vary by the specific breeding line.4/18/2012 7:21:31 PM

Anonymous

My shar pei is the same but he is a healthy weight the vet said some are diffrent then others. 4/25/2012 9:24:17 PM

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